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Experienced Painter and Decorator

Job Description

We are a successful, family run painting and decorating business with over 40 years experience. We are looking for an experienced painter and decorator with a minimum of 5 years professional experience to join our team. We mostly carry out domestic work, so strong customer service and attention to detail are essential. However, we also work in schools, offices and listed buildings. Anyone joining our team needs to maintain our high standards, have good people skills, take pride in their work and have a proven track record of consistently producing a good quality finish; what ever the size of the job. For health and safety reasons, we expect our team to demonstrate a good understanding of spoken and written English. The majority of our work is within Watford and the surrounding areas, but we do have work further afield and expect our workers to travel longer distances when required. Candidates must: * Have a minimum of 5 years professional experience as a decorator. * Have their own van or car and tools * Hold a full UK driving licence * Have good communication skills and a good standard of spoken English * Be able to produce a consistent good quality standard of work - this is a fundamental part of our business * Be competent at working at heights * Be open to developing their skills * Learn to work our way and take on board constructive criticism if required * Have a strong work ethic and take pride in what they do * Be reliable and trustworthy * Be able to follow instructions * Meet time deadlines * Be able to work well individually and as part of a team * Live in Watford or within a 10 minute drive * Provide two written references from previous employers/ customers or show examples of previous work. We can offer: * Regular, varied work * Good standards of pay, with regular performance related pay reviews * On the job training and development opportunities * Travel expenses for work further afield Immediate start for the right candidate.